Jan 12, 2026

Lead Certified Coding Specialist - Auditor

Job Description

Lead Certified Coding Specialist - Auditor Title: Lead Certified Coding Specialist - Auditor Location: Novant Health Urgent Cares (Columbia, SC) Status: Full-Time Who Are We? Part of the Novant Health family based in North Carolina, Novant Health Urgent Care (formerly Doctors Care) provides exceptional healthcare through our network of more than 50 urgent care centers and 20 physical therapy facilities across South Carolina. Our Columbia-based headquarters delivers non-medical management and administrative services to support these locations. For decades, we have been committed to delivering exceptional, convenient, and affordable healthcare experiences to families and communities throughout the Palmetto State. What Do We Offer? Competitive wages with annual market data review Incentive Pay Program Continuing Education Reimbursement Eligible employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness PSLF Program UpToDate Subscription Generous PTO 403(b) with 100% vested match Health, dental, vision insurance Health Reimbursement Account Flexible Spending Account Short term and Long-term Disability Whole and Term Life Insurance Rewarding Careers Great working environment What Are We Looking For? NHUC is currently seeking a Certified Coding Specialist and Auditor to join our Novant Health Urgent Cares Team. The Certified Coding Specialist and Auditor provides data and reports to management related to coding and claims for Doctors Care patient encounters. The Specialist educates medical and clinic staff on medical coding and documentation requirements. Do You Have What It Takes? High School diploma or equivalent Two (2) years coding experience post certification Medical Coding Certification from AHIMA or AAPC Knowledge of insurance filing, coding, collections and billing policies and procedures Knowledge of the ICD9/10-CM, HCPCS, and CPT-4/5 nomenclature, coding rules and guidelines Ability to properly sequence ICD-9/10-CM codes Advanced understanding of medical terminology and body systems/anatomy and physiology and concepts of disease Ability to elicit cooperation from and work in a cooperative manner with professionals and non-professional associates Dependable in both production and attendance Ability to adapt to new software programs An Ideal Candidate Would Also Have: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 5+ years’ experience healthcare coding with certification Working knowledge of Cerner EMR Seniority Level Mid-Senior level Employment Type Full-time Job Function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Medical Practices #J-18808-Ljbffr